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Track Talk with Jason Berg: Legends, Mods, and Rookie Debuts

Track Talk with Jason Berg Monday Nights 6:30pm - 8:00pm on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY

📖 Episode Summary:

It’s the season finale of Track Talk live from Midtown Tavern in Moorhead! Host Jason closes out a summer of racing conversations with great food, cold drinks, and big stories fresh off the Corn Cob Nationals.

This week’s episode features three standout drivers:

  • Sean Johnson (#58 INEX Legend Car) — veteran racer and newly crowned Corn Cob Nationals winner shares how he balanced work, family, and a return to victory lane after 18 years.

  • Lindsey Hansen (#32 IMCA Modified) — reflects on his switch from late models to mods, overcoming broken parts, and driving with his left front flying high to capture the big win.

  • Rookie Zayden Braaten (#7Z RaceSaver Sprint) — making waves in his debut season, Zayden talks about stepping into sprint cars and chasing speed with racing in his blood.

It’s part storytelling, part bench racing, and all heart — plus a little mac & cheese and Dwayne’s Pizza on the side.

⏱️ Key Moments:

  • [00:00] Midtown Tavern specials, final Track Talk of the summer

  • [05:30] Sean Johnson joins: his start in 2007, first Corn Cob win, and balancing racing with life

  • [18:45] Legends class breakdown: young lions vs. veterans, seat time, and learning from Ty Wilkie

  • [31:10] Tires, budgets, and racing “aggressively cautious”

  • [45:00] Nationals in Minot and winning again at Buffalo River Speedway

  • [56:40] Sean’s shoutouts: family support and setup help from Bellboy Motorsports

  • [01:00:00] Lindsey Hansen talks about switching from late models to mods

  • [01:05:45] Overcoming broken parts and driving style at the Corn Cob Nationals

  • [01:15:20] Why the left front tire sometimes doesn’t matter in victory lane

 

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WAG: Weather and Ag In Focus on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY

Today's guest is Marsha Van Leare from Gowan USA!

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Join WDAY Ag Director Bridgette Readel & Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki as they break down Weather and Agriculture topics.

 

North Dakota’s Cowboy Legacy: Preserving Our Stories for Future Generations

Kevin Pifer America's Land Auctioneer - Pifer's Auction, Realty and Land Management

What makes a community's stories worth preserving? Rick Thompson believes the answer lies in the rich tapestry of western heritage that defines North Dakota—a legacy he's dedicated his career to protecting as Executive Director of the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame.

Thompson's journey from Bowman, North Dakota to his current role spans decades of deep connection to rodeo and western culture. With an animal science degree and 25 years producing a nationally syndicated rodeo program, he brings authentic passion to the Hall of Fame's mission. When asked why this work matters, Thompson's answer cuts to the heart: "If we don't tell our story, what's that story going to sound like?"

The conversation reveals how the Hall of Fame functions as far more than a museum. Beyond its impressive exhibits honoring legendary cowboys, ranchers, and rodeo champions, the facility hosts land auctions, receptions, and community gatherings. Perhaps most remarkably, Thompson and his staff of seven don't wait for visitors to come to them—they travel extensively throughout North Dakota and beyond, sacrificing countless weekends to connect with communities and members who've relocated to warmer climates.

This dedication speaks to a deeper truth about preserving heritage: it requires going to where people are, meeting them in their own communities, and creating opportunities for stories to be shared. The Hall's ambitious expansion plans—adding 10,000 square feet with technology-focused areas for younger visitors—demonstrates their commitment to evolving while honoring tradition.

As Thompson explains, the urgency of their mission grows daily: "We lose those people every day. We lose a piece of that history when somebody leaves us." From the sod houses of early settlers to today's multi-generational ranches, these stories create an unbroken chain connecting past and future. Through creative fundraising (including auctioning a donated motorhome that attracted bidders nationwide) and a network of over 300 trustees who nominate Hall of Fame inductees, the organization continues finding innovative ways to capture these narratives before they're lost forever.

Want to be part of preserving North Dakota's western heritage? Visit the Hall of Fame in Medora, attend an event, or consider supporting their expansion project through membership or donation. Every contribution helps ensure these powerful stories will inspire generations to come.

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Rocky’s Downtown Hour Episode 020: Horses Hops and the Heart of Downtown

rocky's downtown hour

This week on Rocky’s Downtown Hour, Rocky kicks things off with fall vibes and big events lighting up Fargo-Moorhead. First, Doug Restemeier of DS Beverages joins to share the history (and marketing magic) of the legendary Budweiser Clydesdales, who are trotting into downtown for the first time in seven years—complete with fresh-from-the-brewery Budweiser deliveries. 🐴🍺

Then, Rocky sits down with Jenny Sheets of Discover Outdoors to dive into Roam the Red—an all-day celebration of the Red River with yoga, scavenger hunts, dog parades, nature walks, and a trailhead afterparty. 🌊🌳

From embracing Fargo’s riverfront to supporting local businesses, this episode is packed with Americana, community pride, and reasons to get outside.